What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea is to line 87 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Brightlingsea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars and arriving at Victoria Place. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Colchester to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Colchester and Brightlingsea is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Brightlingsea without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea without a car is to train and bus which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea?

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Brightlingsea bus from?

Colchester to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Greyfriars station.

Where does the Colchester to Brightlingsea bus arrive?

Colchester to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Victoria Place station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Brightlingsea is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Colchester to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 962+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Colchester to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 87 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Brightlingsea by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester Town to Alresford (Essex)train Colchester - Walton-on-the-Naze / ...
2. Take the bus from The Pointer to Bateman Roadbus 87
25 min
£5–9
Line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars to Victoria Placebus 87
49 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colchester to Brightlingseataxi 9.7 mi
16 min
£23–28
Drive 9.7 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Brightlingseacar 9.7 mi
16 min
£3–4

Colchester to Brightlingsea by train and bus

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Distance: 9 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Brightlingsea, England?

First Essex operates a bus from Greyfriars to Victoria Place every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 49 min.

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